Bluey

The only thing I know as a clothing Bluey is a Jackie Howe/Blue Bonds Singlet

Kev

Footloose, they can be purchased at Safety Clothing stores or Aussies etc. John

Thick Jacket made of wool and very tightly woven. Usually has a zip up the front and a couple of side 'slit' pockets.

I used to have one, but has now been replace by various Polartek jackets, which are lighter, warmer, dry quicker and are warmer, even when damp.

Just fuddling with the link thingos, but here goes....

http://www.corporate.com.au/Menswear/Safety_Clothing/Visitec_Bluey_Jacket/Bluey_2006_450pxRow1xCol2.jpg

Cheers,

Mark

Hello - one of mine is made by this mob

www.agmer.com/

Cheers
Greg

Many thanks to all who replied. I now know more about clothing than I really need to know...but am in the process of replacing some of my winter gear so the knowledge will come in handy.
Cheers

Footy, I used to be HR Manager of a Tasmanian mining company on the West Coast.

Got a log of claims once from a union for 2 billy goats a year. Seems the secretary should have typed 'bluey coats' ! LOL

So yes, they are extremely warm & thick like duffle coats but denser. Needed in west coast climate where snow etc comes without much warning.

All the best, Ray

They used to be known as a "Norwellan Bluey". There were two long styles that were heavy 34oz fabric [90% wool 10% nylon] and the shorter style [like a bomber jacket] was 21oz fabric. They were unlined which made them itchy to wear.

Now you only get them in 2 lengths and most have a cotton flannel lining. The really long style went out of fashion.

Now they are known as a 34oz bluey [long style] and 21oz bluey [short style] and can be custom made by the company listed above with polar fleece lining for cold climes.

Well waddya know?

The missus bought be a jacket at the Op Shop the other day for $12 and I have worn it a few times. It is bue and nice and warm. Never really looked as to who made it but this morning when I got it out of the cupboard there it is Australian Bluey Company. Made in Geelong!

I am going to need it today!!

Cheers

Well in Queensland , not sure about the other states a Blue Card is often referred to as a Bluey.
In the Construction industry in QLD no Blue Card no entry onto the work site. It is an industry safety induction card